Scholarships

Scholarships are a form of gift aid that doesn’t require repayment. They’re generally awarded on a variety of factors, including academic achievement, talent, athletic ability, leadership, geographical location, field of study, or financial need.

When you apply to Illinois, you’re automatically considered for our merit-based scholarships. Many of these are for freshmen and transfers in any college based on academic excellence, though awards are also given out based on major.

Discover the various scholarships available through the university.

Check out the programs available through the federal and state government.

Learn about the private companies and organizations offering local scholarships.